What wheat penny is worth the most?

Considered to be the most valuable of the non-error Wheat Pennies, the 1914 D Wheat Penny commands an asking price range from $281 to $4,268.
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What penny is worth $1000000?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.
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What years of wheat pennies are valuable?

10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies
  • 1931-S: $70-$150.
  • 1917 Doubled Die: $100-$5,000.
  • 1909-S: $100-$300.
  • 1909-S Over Horizontal S: $120-$350.
  • 1914-D: $200-$2,500.
  • 1922-D No D: $500-$20,000.
  • 1909-S VDB: $700-$1,500.
  • 1955 Doubled Die: $1,000-$1,800.
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Are there any valuable wheat pennies?

Lincoln Wheat pennies are one of the most popular series of U.S. coins that coin collectors strive to build a complete set. Rare coins such as the 1909-S VDB and 1914-D are the "Holy Grails" of any Lincoln Wheat cent collection.
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Why is 1944 wheat penny rare?

The 1944 Lincoln penny is particularly desirable in the eyes of collectors not only because of its design, but also due to its scarcity. Being that there are no more 1944 Lincolns being produced, the scarcity of these coins is constantly on the rise, thus making the coins more valuable.
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Top 15 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies ($1000000+) - Errors, Key Dates, and Varieties



Why is the 1941 penny worth so much?

The most valuable variety of the 1941 wheat penny by far is one in which the obverse face has been struck twice, an error known as a doubled die. Depending on the color (red being worth the most), lower grades of this coin can be worth over $80, and this increases dramatically in higher grades.
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How much is a 1944-d wheat penny worth?

How Much Is My 1944 Penny Worth? If it's a normal 1944, 1944-D, or 1944-S cent, it isn't worth much. They are some of the most common of common-date Wheat cents. Prices range from around 20 cents in circulated condition, to 35 cents in uncirculated.
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How do I know if my wheat penny is valuable?

All Wheat Pennies are worth at least three times face value, but of course many are worth substantially more especially the key date Wheat pennies. Be on the lookout for the ultra-rare 1909-S VDB. this coin is most sought after by collectors and is most valuable in any grade.
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What are the 15 most valuable pennies?

15 Most Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation
  • 1944-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1944-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1943-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
  • 1943-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
  • 1944-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
  • 1943-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Copper/Bronze.
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What pennies should I keep?

  • 1872 Indian Head Penny. Heritage Auctions, HA.com. ...
  • 1877 Indian Head Penny. Heritage Auctions, HA.com. ...
  • 1864 Indian Head Penny–"L" on Ribbon. Heritage Auctions, HA.com. ...
  • 1943 Lincoln Cent Struck on Bronze Alloy. ...
  • 1856 Flying Eagle Cent. ...
  • 1909 VDB Matte Proof Lincoln Penny. ...
  • 1958 Doubled Die Obverse Cent.
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How much is a 1972 penny worth?

The 1972 penny with no mint mark and the 1972 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1972 S penny is worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. Proof coins with the S mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $1 in PR 65 condition.
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What is a buffalo nickel worth?

Most circulated buffalo nickels are only worth a slight premium over their still legal tender face value of 5 cents. Typically 25 or 30 cents. However, experienced coin collectors pay significant premiums for buffalo nickels that look as fresh and detailed today as the day they were minted.
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How much is a 1990 d penny?

Most 1990 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1990 penny with no mint mark and the 1990 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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What is rare about a 1990 penny?

Amazingly, the 1990 No S Proof Lincoln cents deceived both the Philadelphia and San Francisco Mint employees. The only proof Lincoln cent from 1909 to date missing the mint mark. The 1990 No S Lincoln cents were first discovered on July 18, 1990 by Jim Gullen of New York.
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Which 1982 penny is worth money?

Which 1982 Penny Is Worth The Most? The most valuable 1982 penny is a transitional error caused by the move from 95% copper to 99.2% zinc composition. It's the 1982-D "small date" Lincoln Memorial cent made from copper. There wasn't supposed to be any "small date" bronze Lincoln cents struck in Denver in 1982.
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Is a 1953 D wheat penny worth anything?

1953-D Wheat Penny Worth. The 1953-D Wheat Penny value ranges from around one hundred dollars to upwards of seven thousand dollars for some of the highest documented grades on the market today.
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How do I sell my wheat pennies?

A certified local coin shop is an excellent place to sell your coins. The best option is to find a reputable and trustworthy dealer who can estimate a penny's value. Most coin shops will offer you a fair deal, as they depend on customers' recommendations and satisfaction.
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What 1980's pennies are worth money?

The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1980 penny with no mint mark and the 1980 D penny are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade. The 1980 S proof penny is worth around $2.50 in PR 65 condition.
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What is a 1956 d wheat penny worth?

The 1956 Wheat penny with a “D” mintmark and one without have the same value. One in fine condition could sell for about $0.10. A 1956 penny in extremely fine condition is worth a little more and is typically priced at $0.12. 1956 pennies in certified mint state (MS+) condition can fetch up to $5 at an auction.
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How much is a 1957 d wheat penny worth?

Currently, the 1957 D wheat pennies in average condition are worth 15 to 60 cents, while the coins in pristine condition are valued as much as $1.
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How much is a 1982 copper penny worth?

1982 Copper pennies are composed of 95% copper, and 5% zinc. They each weigh 3.11 grams. The current copper melt value for each penny is about $0.02. The 1982 copper penny with no mint mark and the small date is worth around $2 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
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